Drugs Destroy

The links below are provided in an attempt to help those in need learn of the various available services and resources that they may find helpful. The Park District has not fully researched all websites linked and makes no representation in support of the information or various services offered. We recommend that you carefully review the information and services referenced and make your own determination regarding the accuracy of the information or the value of the services offered.

Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District provides active, healthy, family-oriented parks and recreation activities. We hope that you and your family will take the time to visit the many different parks around town. You can learn more about them and the many recreation activities offered throughout the year on our web site. There are many opportunities to play ball, watch nature, relax, and even reflect on the history of Simi Valley. Our web site also allows you to register for activities on-line, and provides you with the latest information about upcoming events.

The Park District is firmly committed to a drug-free environment, as there are far too many examples of drug use tearing apart families and destroying people’s lives. The potential in each of us should have every opportunity to develop with great friendships, supportive families, healthy relationships, and plenty of opportunities for education and recreational experiences.

The City of Simi Valley, the Simi Valley Unified School District and the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District, representatives of Not One More and members of the faith based community collectively participate on a Heroin Task Force to hear from the community, consider what can be done locally, and develop responsive strategies to help ensure the community of Simi Valley remains strong.

Drug and alcohol abuse can have profound negative consequences for users and also for their family, friends and fellow community members. You may find these resources helpful in learning what to look for and how to respond to a family member or friend’s drug or alcohol use and/or abuse. We hope you find this information helpful. If you have suggestions for improvement, please let us know by clicking on the suggestions tab on our home page and sending us a brief note.

Miscellaneous Publications\Resources

College Related Resources(from Affordable Colleges Online's website)Information on Substance Abuse in College - click hereInformation about Binge Drinking in College - click here

"Tri-City Anti-Drug Summit Video"click here to view the video(The City of Santa Clarita invited neighboring cities Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley to a Tri-City Anti-Drug Summit on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 to address the issue of heroin and prescription drugs being abused by teens within each community)

"Drugs and Alcohol Destroy"click here for the tri-fold Brochure (created by the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park Districtright clickhere and choose "save target/link as" to download the printable MS Word version if you would like to print your own copies and distribute.)

IT’S TIME TO RESTART YOUR LIFE.Addiction takes so much away from you: your goals, your dreams, your family, your life, and even the person who you truly are. Luckily, you can take it all back. Contact a dedicated treatment expert today to find a rehab center that will get you back to the right spot.www.rehabspot.com

The Landing - Simi Valley Community Church Sundays @ 7pm in the Youth Room click here to access their website The Landing is a youth group for students who have unique life situations that have caused behavior and attitude difficulties, such as addiction, suicidal thoughts, anger issues, depression, or any behaviors that interfere with normal development. The Landing deals with establishing good habits and satisfying, trusting relationships in a 52 week program that focuses on correcting thought patterns and listening with loving, supportive ears.

safeTALK(suicide alertness for everyone, Talk, Ask, Listen and KeepSafe) 3 hour training that prepares anyone age 15 years or older to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources. click here for the Brochure

Ventura County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA)"My child has Emotional and Behavioral Challenges....How can I find help?"Here is their brochure- English versionSpanish version

Community Contact Information

2-1-1 Ventura County Extensive Resource LinksDIALING 211 will....connect you with a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in English or Spanish, who can help with information about services available to those in need including: basic needs resources (i.e. food, clothing, and shelter), physical and mental health resources, domestic violence services, substance abuse services, employment support,rent and utility assistance, senior services, services for persons with disabilities, support for children, youth and families, legal assistance and much more.www.211ventura.org call 211 (or 800-339-9597)

The Heroin Task Force represents the the cooperative efforts of three agenciesin Simi Valley, TheCity of Simi Valley, The Simi Valley Unified School District and the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District. These agencies are all working together to improve the efforts to help keep Heroin out of our Community. Click here to see the "Simi Valley Task Force on Heroin Summary Report"